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Oryzias latipes var.
Gorgeous variety combining red, white, and black tricolor with elongated fins. Beautiful combination of phoenix-like graceful long fins and complex body coloration. Advanced collector's variety.
Houou (Phoenix) medaka is a luxurious premium improved variety combining red, white, and black tricolor body coloring with long-fin traits. Like the mythical phoenix, its gracefully spreading long fins combined with complex tricolor coloration dramatically elevate ornamental value. Fin movement in side-view tanks is particularly beautiful, while top-view also reveals the tricolor pattern. Fixation of tricolor x long-fin is extremely difficult — producing ideal tricolor distribution with long fins requires mass breeding, advanced selection skills, and years of experience, making this a true advanced hobbyist variety. Gentle current is essential as strong flow damages delicate fins. Carotenoid-rich food maintains red coloration. Hardy in 5–30°C, neutral to slightly alkaline water.
Origin
Japan (selectively bred variety)
Lifespan
1-3 years
Size
3-4cm
Temperature
5〜30℃
Medaka pellets, daphnia, brine shrimp
Side-view tank to enjoy fin and color beauty
Minimize flow to protect long fins
Sources: FishBase: Oryzias latipes / Seriously Fish: Oryzias latipes
改良メダカは体型×体色×柄×光(体内/体外)×鱗(透明鱗)×ラメ×ヒレ等のトレイト合成。掲載は当該品種を構成する確証トレイトのみで遺伝形式は確証のみ付与(不確実は省略)。遺伝形式は交配の参考。
Sources: JMA日本メダカ協会 改良メダカ品種分類マニュアル / 改良メダカWEB図鑑(medakazukan)
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Accepted name: Oryzias latipes var. (Temminck & Schlegel, 1846)
Synonyms: Aplocheilus latipes (Temminck & Schlegel, 1846), Poecilia latipes Temminck & Schlegel, 1846, Oryzias latipes latipes (Temminck & Schlegel, 1846)
Authority databases: FishBase · GBIF · 日本メダカ協会 品種分類マニュアル
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
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5-30°C (optimal 20-28°C)
Fixing tricolor x long fin is highly difficult — strict selection required
High-quality individuals are rare and expensive
Advanced. This is an advanced-level species. It requires specialized equipment and advanced husbandry skills with precise environmental control.
The ideal temperature for Houou Medaka is 5〜30℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Houou Medaka is 1-3 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Houou Medaka typically reaches 3-4cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Houou Medaka feeds on: Medaka pellets, daphnia, brine shrimp. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Houou Medaka varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: July 8, 2026